Pigeon Forge, Tennessee vs. Independence, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Kentucky is 4.7% cheaper than Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $47,648 in Independence, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kentucky is cheaper than Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Independence
than in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Pigeon Forge, TN vs. Independence, KY
Compared to Pigeon Forge, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% lower
  Commute
  33.9% higher
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower